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      community progress ? should i switch to dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months, along with derma stamping and vitamins, but is considering switching to dutasteride due to dissatisfaction with progress. Users suggest cutting hair shorter to better track progress, and some recommend adding dutasteride and possibly a hair transplant in the future.

      community Improvement or Delusional? 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.

      community How can this be? I'm on a damn MTF regimen and still getting decimated

      in Transgender 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a person using minoxidil, finasteride, estrogen, and bicalutamide to combat hair loss, expressing frustration and desperation over their situation. They are advised against using female hormones and encouraged to focus on finasteride and minoxidil, with suggestions to seek therapy for mental health support.

      community Keep your heads up bros, don't let balding affect your mental

       64 upvotes 7 months ago
      Hair loss can cause psychological distress, but maintaining optimism and self-improvement is crucial. Treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and potential new options like clascoterone offer hope, though side effects can occur.

      community Change in Consumption of multivitamins

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user discusses switching from multiple vitamins to a single multivitamin pill. They also mention using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil with finasteride for hair loss treatment.

      community Desensitize Follicle Sensitivity to DHT?

       12 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Hair follicles cannot be desensitized to DHT like allergies; treatments focus on reducing DHT levels or blocking its effects using methods like finasteride, GT20029, or PROTACs. Topical treatments like ceterizine and BPA application are also mentioned.

      community In God We Trust, Topical Fin/Min with existing ADHD issues

      in Chat  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male with ADHD is experiencing hair thinning and is starting a treatment with topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil (5%). He is addressing high prolactin levels and low vitamin D, while managing side effects from ADHD medication.

      community Few questions about my futur treatment

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user, who experienced hair loss at the temples due to psoriasis at 17, is now 21 and considering treatment options. They are inquiring about using minoxidil once a day, whether non-AGA hair loss will persist after stopping minoxidil, and if alternative remedies like Detumescence therapy, rosemary and peppermint oils, and microneedling could be sufficient.

      community My Shedding Never Stops on Medication 23M

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced initial success with finasteride, topical minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hair loss, but persistent shedding and scalp issues led him to switch to dutasteride without improvement. Users suggest stress management, addressing potential seborrheic dermatitis, and patience with the treatment process.

      community Two months on Min 2.5 and Dut 0.5. Shedding phase is brutal

      in Update  60 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the challenges and experiences of using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride for hair loss, focusing on the shedding phase and its impact on hair appearance. Users share their personal experiences, side effects, and hopes for improvement, with some considering or having undergone hair transplants.

      community Is this subtle improvement or are my eyes playing tricks on me?

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing noticeable hair improvement after 4.5 months of using a treatment regimen including minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, Nioxin shampoo, microneedling, topical NANoxidil, and copper peptides. Feedback from others is positive, encouraging the user to continue the treatment for at least a year or more.

      community I’ve bit the bullet and ordered Dut.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with users sharing experiences and strategies for transitioning, such as alternating days or gradual introduction to avoid shedding. Some users report worsening hair conditions and side effects like low libido after switching.

      community Topical min and dermarolling with seborrheic dermatitis

       4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is managing hair loss with oral finasteride, recently switching to dutasteride, and topical minoxidil, but faces challenges due to seborrheic dermatitis. They seek advice on effective regrowth methods that don't worsen their condition, with suggestions including various shampoos like Vichy Dercos and ketoconazole.

      community Guys. GUYS. Calm the hell down and listen.

       453 upvotes 1 year ago
      Balding's emotional impact is discussed, highlighting self-acceptance and well-being. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling are mentioned, but the focus is on self-care and maintaining perspective.

      community how does a shed stop? Is it gradual or sudden?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      Hair shedding can be gradual and varies daily, with some noticing less shedding over time. Treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are not mentioned in this conversation.

      community Pelage PP405 Phase 2a completed.

       61 upvotes 7 months ago
      Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed as treatments for hair loss, with excitement around a new drug, PP405, and a reformulated oral minoxidil in trials. Concerns about cost, side effects, and long-term use are also mentioned.

      community What I would tell my younger self when I started losing hair

      in Chat  197 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss is emotionally challenging, but acceptance and focusing on other life aspects are important. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are discussed, with emphasis on the emotional impact over physical changes.

      community I had claude create a protocol only using fda approved drugs.

       4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

      community question people who let others influence them?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses the emotional impact of hair loss and the importance of taking personal responsibility for treatment decisions. The original poster ignored others' opinions and started using finasteride, expressing relief and frustration over external influences delaying treatment.

      community Just a PSA for all of your benefits

       8 upvotes 9 years ago
      Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including proper diet and exercise, is crucial for maximizing hair growth alongside treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoos. Key recommendations include meeting iron and protein requirements, avoiding smoking, and addressing thyroid issues.

      community Has anyone with high prolactin taken meds to lower it and seen hair regrowth?

       5 upvotes 7 months ago
      High prolactin levels may contribute to hair loss, and some users suggest supplements like mucuna pruriens, vitamin B6, vitamin E, L-Tyrosine, L-Theanine, DIM, and Zinc to lower prolactin. Lifestyle changes to increase dopamine, such as reducing screen time and stress, are also recommended.

      community 4 months progress using 2.5mg min, 1mg fin and 10mg biotin.

       42 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using 2.5mg minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and 10mg biotin, noting slight testicular discomfort initially but no significant hairline changes yet. Another user reported similar treatment results, with hair darkening at the scalp center and small temple hairs.

      community Ditch the pills and surgery, gentlemen:)

      in Satire  40 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, mentioning electric stimulation and oral microneedling. It suggests skepticism towards traditional methods like pills and surgery.